How to Remove Temporary Tattoos When Alcohol Is Not Working

Temporary tattoos, like the sun on this person's back, will eventually need to be removed.

Temporary tattoos are everywhere. Children get them at special events and even buy them from vending machines. Adults use them to make people think they have a tattoo when they really do not have one. When rubbing alcohol does not remove the tattoo, a person can easily get irritated.

Things You'll Need

• Baby Oil
• Soap
• Water
• Clear Adhesive Tape
• Washcloth

Instructions

1. Place a generous portion of baby oil on the temporary tattoo and rub it in. See if you can then wipe the tattoo off your skin with a washcloth.

2. Take soap and water and heavily wash the area of the temporary tattoo with a washcloth. Using this method, the tattoo should wash off the skin.

3. Take strips of clear adhesive tape and place those strips of tape over the temporary tattoo. When the strips of tape are removed, they should take the tattoo with them.

Tips & Warnings

• If the skin around a temporary tattoo appears to be infected or inflamed, your family doctor should be consulted. The information in this article is not intended as a substitute for medical advice.

References

• Removing Kids Temporary Tattoos (Web Site)
• Tattoos 4 Kids (Web Sites)--Removal Directions Page

Resources

• How To Apply and Remove Safety ID Tattoos (Web Site)